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Counting Puffs for Metaproterenol Aerosol Inhalers with Built-In Counters

Patient was educated on counting puffs for Metaproterenol aerosol inhalers with built-in counters as follows: Metaproterenol aerosol inhalers might have a built-in counter to indicate the number of doses left in the canister. The counter automatically adjusts to the number of doses left in the canister, every time the inhaler is used. Keep a watch on these numbers to order for a timely refill, as the numbers draw closer to zero and change the canister [...]

Priming a Metaproterenol Aerosol Inhaler

Patient was educated on how to prime a Metaproterenol aerosol inhaler as follows: When a new canister of Metaproterenol aerosol inhaler is being used, the canister may not deliver the correct amount of medication with the initial actuation of the inhaler. So, priming of the Metaproterenol canister should be done, to make it ready for use. Insert the Metaproterenol canister firmly into the mouthpiece. Take the cap off the mouthpiece and shake the Metaproterenol inhaler [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Metamucil-2

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Metamucil as follows: Metamucil can reduce the absorption of certain prescription medications. Space Metamucil out by at least 2 hours from other medications. Soluble fiber in Metamucil forms a gel and traps sugars, as the gel moves through the intestines. Trapped sugars are slowly released, which slows down their absorption into the blood. This might lower the blood sugars and lead to hypoglycemia. Be aware [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Metamucil-1

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Metamucil as follows: Metamucil absorbs water and swell in the intestines, giving rise to an unpleasant bloating sensation, abdominal discomfort, and flatulence. If these unpleasant symptoms are too bothersome, change in plan could be made by trying other laxatives. Metamucil needs large amount of water to be able to form bulk, which stimulates the bowels to move. So, these laxatives are to be taken with [...]

Contraindications for Using Metamucil

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Metamucil as follows: Esophageal strictures Metamucil can absorb water and swell, while it is in the throat during swallowing, which can result in choking and difficulty breathing. Intestinal strictures Metamucil swells in the intestines and can cause severe intestinal blocks in individuals with intestinal strictures or adhesions from previous surgeries. So, Metamucil for the most part is contraindicated in individuals with history of intestinal strictures and adhesions. Individuals [...]